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UnknownAntique American School Modernist Nautical Cityscape Abstract Oil Painting1950
1950
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Vintage mid century abstract painting. Feels like an abstract cityscape of New York City. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed.
- Creation Year:1950
- Dimensions:Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Buffalo, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU139213866352
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